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AU13 LYR

2013 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

82,780 mi
Last recorded82,780 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU13 LYR
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 82,780 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 78,678 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2025 78,678 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Pinch bolt nut loose only finger5 tight. (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Pinch bolt loose nut only finger tight. (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 74,014 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2024 74,009 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2023 69,546 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 65,544 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 65,054 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 59,863 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 56,700 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 50,403 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Feb 2019 50,403 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 44,223 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 36,252 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 30,644 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Citroen C3?

Based on 4,435,918 MOT tests across 313,601 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
5,216
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
313,601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 107,792
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 76,366
Registration plate lamp not working 63,376
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 46,618
Stop lamp not working 39,780
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AU13 LYR is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 48,161 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen C3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 107,792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU13 LYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C3 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 13 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU13 LYR registered?

AU13 LYR is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is AU13 LYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU13 LYR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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